At Essence Edge, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and store your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of data we collect, how it is used, and your rights regarding your personal information. By using our website (www.essenceedge.org) and engaging with our services, you agree to the terms outlined below.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal information in the following ways:
🔹 Information You Provide Directly:
•When you book a session, sign up for a course, purchase a product, or contact us, you may be asked to provide.
✔️ Your name, email address, phone number, and billing information.
✔️ Details related to your session (optional).
✔️ Any personal notes or inquiries you voluntarily submit.
🔹 Automatically Collected Data:
•When you visit our website, we may collect:
✔️ Your IP address, device type, browser type, and pages you visit.
✔️ Cookies and analytics data to enhance user experience.
🔹 Sensitive Information:
•Some services, such as shadow work and deep healing sessions, may involve discussing personal or emotional matters. All client sessions remain strictly confidential, and no details will ever be shared or recorded without consent.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data for the following purposes:
✔️ To Provide & Improve Services – Booking sessions, processing payments, and tailoring offerings to meet client needs.
✔️ To Communicate With You – Sending appointment confirmations, updates, newsletters (if subscribed), and responding to inquiries.
✔️ To Ensure Website Functionality – Analyzing user interactions to improve navigation, security, and performance.
✔️ To Comply with Legal Obligations – Keeping transaction records for accounting and tax purposes.
3. Data Protection & Security
We take your privacy seriously and implement measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse, including:
🔹 Secure Payment Processing: We use third-party payment processors (such as PayPal or Stripe) that follow strict security protocols.
🔹 Encrypted Data Storage: Any personal information stored on our servers is protected using encryption and security safeguards.
🔹 Confidentiality of Sessions: Personal details shared in readings or healing sessions are never recorded, shared, or disclosed without consent.
Despite our best efforts, no online transmission is 100% secure. By using our services, you acknowledge that you are sharing information at your discretion.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and tracking tools to improve user experience, including:
🔹 Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality (e.g., booking system, payment processing).
🔹 Analytics Cookies: Used to track website traffic and improve performance.
🔹 Marketing Cookies: Occasionally used to personalize content and promotions.
💡 Opt-Out: You can adjust your cookie preferences through your browser settings or decline non-essential cookies.
5. Third-Party Services & Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share limited information with:
✔️ Payment Processors – To complete transactions securely.
✔️ Website Hosting & Analytics Providers – To maintain site functionality and performance.
✔️ Legal Authorities (if required by law) – To comply with legal obligations.
All third-party partners follow data protection standards to ensure your privacy.
6. Your Rights & Choices
You have the right to:
✔️ Access Your Data – Request a copy of your stored information.
✔️ Update or Correct Your Information – If you believe any details are inaccurate.
✔️ Request Data Deletion – You may ask us to delete your data unless legally required to retain it.
✔️ Unsubscribe from Communications – You can opt out of emails and marketing updates at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at essenceedge@gmail.com
7. Retention of Data
We retain client information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above. After a session or transaction, we may keep minimal records for business, tax, and legal compliance.
8. Children’s Privacy
Essence Edge does not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18 years of age. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the data promptly.
9. Updates to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with the new effective date. We encourage you to review it regularly.
10. Contact Us
For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding your privacy, please contact:
📍 Essence Edge | 508 Washington Ave. Detroit Lakes, MN 56501